The election of Zohran Mamdani as New York City's next mayor has sparked concern in Israel, where his outspoken pro-Palestinian stance is seen as a sign of shifting attitudes in the United States toward the Jewish state. Israelis across the political spectrum worry that Mamdani's victory, especially given New York's large Jewish population, could signal a weakening of traditional US support for Israel. Mamdani, a far-left lawmaker, campaigned on local economic issues but drew attention in Israel for his criticism of Israeli policies, refusal to recognize Israel as a Jewish state, and condemnation of the war in Gaza. His win, supported by a significant portion of Jewish voters, has prompted strong reactions from Israeli officials and mainstream Jewish groups, who fear it represents a broader change in American public opinion, particularly among younger and more progressive voters. While Mamdani has pledged to fight antisemitism and build alliances with Jewish communities, his election is being viewed in Israel as a watershed moment in US-Israel relations.